World Marathon Challenge
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World Marathon Challenge : 7 Marathons 7 Continents 7 Days
The World Marathon Challenge is an event in which competitors run seven standard marathons within seven days on seven continents. Each marathon covers the standard marathon distance of 42.2 km. The 10th edition is scheduled from Jan 30 to Feb 5, 2027, with race legs staged in Ultima Base, Antarctica; Cape Town, South Africa; Perth, Australia; Dubai, Asia; Madrid, Europe; Fortaleza, South America; and Miami, North America. The event clock runs for 168 hours from the start of the first marathon in Antarctica.
The published entry fee for the 2027 edition is USD 50,700. This fee covers the international charter flights between continents, the specialist jet transfer from Cape Town to Ultima Base for the Antarctica leg, professionally organised marathon events at each location, meals on charter flights, aid stations and race nutrition, medical support, contingency arrangements for weather delays in Antarctica, shower facilities at all locations except Antarctica, and official photos, video, medals, t-shirts, and other event merchandise.
Places are strictly limited and allocated on a first come first served basis. Participants are expected to have strong marathon fitness, experience with back to back running, appropriate clothing and equipment, and be in excellent health; entrants are advised to consult a doctor before taking part. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
